US Bridges

KY-769 over Pitman Creek

FairPosted for load

Pulaski County, Kentucky · 4.2 MI South of JCT KY192 · Structure no. 100B00020N

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
139 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,337
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-769 over Pitman Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying KY-769 over Pitman Creek in Pulaski County, Kentucky. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,337 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,337 by 2041. The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesKY-769
CrossesPitman Creek
Location4.2 MI South of JCT KY192
RouteState Highway 769
CountyPulaski County
StateKentucky
Coordinates37.05444, -84.54917
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.9 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length139 ft (42.4 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,337 (2021)
Projected traffic1,337 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-769 over Pitman Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-769 over Pitman Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does KY-769 over Pitman Creek carry?

About 1,337 vehicles per day (2021 count).

How long is KY-769 over Pitman Creek?

The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns KY-769 over Pitman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.